The posting
The Assistant Sustainability Manager is responsible for developing and implementing Webcor’s client strategies and certifications. As a member of the Webcor Sustainability Team, they stay abreast of the most recent changes to green building rating systems and the policy landscape to teach and train our people. As the knowledge bank of all things related to Sustainability, they support the Sustainability Department Sr. Director in being the visionary for the company. They assist with supporting client sustainability goals, the development of sustainability training programs, technical energy guidance, as well as continued improvements to Webcor’s internal sustainable roadmap.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead project team in LEED/WELL/GPR certification set-up, implementation, and execution planning for all new projects. Continuously update template plans and tracking tools for use on projects seeking certification. Assist project teams in administration and documentation. This may include: Review preconstruction specification and instruction to bidders on LEED requirements and partner with the design/engineer team members to ensure sustainability requirements are properly addressed and met.
- Research innovative construction materials, products, and tools that assist in achieving overall project sustainability, and green building certification goals. Become subject matter expert on proposed and existing policy legislation and provide MEP and ZNE technical and analytical support.
- Act as a subject matter expert to assist all project teams management of LEED-NC, LEED-CI, LEED-CS, WELL and Green Point Rated certifications, conduct gap analyses, and help develop compliance documentation for USGBC/GBCI Certification.
- Develop objectives, feedback on design strategies, cost impacts, and process implementations in support of sustainability certification efforts.
- Communicate efficiently with clients, executives, and major stakeholders to ensure needs are proactively gathered, and that expectations and priorities are properly set and met.
- Understand best practices, standards, and procedures related to project goals.
- Understand program effectiveness and support modifications to improve program effectiveness and foster new ideas.
- Develop a working knowledge of building mechanical systems to support project teams early design feedback, and new sustainable technology opportunities.
- Stay abreast of industry news and emerging green building trends to develop new training programs to educate and engage clients, employees, and jobsite management teams.
- Teach and train all project LEED champions on successful certification implementation process.
- Support thoughtful reporting and presentations which demonstrate results and earn executive buy-in and alignment around near and long-term projects goals including PowerPoint presentations, one-pagers, brochures, marketing posters, etc.
- Find opportunities to participate in expert panels, awards, or article writeups that promotes Webcor’s expertise.
- Develop understanding on proposed and existing federal, state and local climate change and environmental legislation (i.e. San Francisco electric buildings ordinance, Buy Clean California Act, Architecture 2030, SB 260, C40, etc.).
- Understand the GHG Protocol and Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon emissions sources.
- Be familiar with California climate related reporting requirements (SB219-SB253 & SB261). Implement processes to collect and document project related carbon emissions working with project teams.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Presumes all technical experience requirements of a Senior Sustainability Specialist, and includes:
- Demonstrated passion for sustainability and strong interest in applying that to the built environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of the impact of carbon emissions and interest in advancing carbon reduction goals.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing vendors, clients, and internal project teams to closely track projects and tasks to ensure on-time and on-budget high-quality deliverables.
- Experience with written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate complex concepts and build confidence with internal and external stakeholders.
- A strong and professional work ethic with the ability to handle multiple time-sensitive priorities and excel in a fast-paced, self-directed environment to demonstrate independence and self-motivation.
- Strong and resourceful problem-solving, yet ability to identify and learn from mistakes to take corrective action.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Presumes all behavioral competency requirements of a Senior Sustainability Specialist, and includes:
- Ability to effectively lead, develop and mentor more junior staff while building and maintaining department morale.
- Working level communication skills. Ability to address an audience of various sizes and effectively communicate his/her message and ideas. Ability to write clear and concise thoughts in a professional manner.
- Working level knowledge of decision quality on sustainability items and use of sound judgement.
- Working level customer focus and the ability to work cohesively with others.
- Possesses awareness, ability, and humility to escalate issues or conflicts with minimal Sustainability Department leadership involvement.
- Strong initiative and accountability for sustainability requirements successful completion.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Proficiency demonstrated in: LEED Online, Embodied Carbon in Construction Calculator (EC3), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and other software tools.
- Proficiency preferred, but not required in: Embodied Carbon, GHG Emissions, Lifecycle Assessment (LCA), Zero Waste Circular Economy, Green building programs and regulations (LEED, CalGreen, Title 24, WELL, Fitwel, Zero Net Energy), MEP Design and Construction; and TRUE Zero Waste for Construction.
- Degree in: Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Architecture, Sustainable Development and/or relevant equivalent.
- Understanding of GHG protocol, carbon emissions (Scope 1,2 & 3), embodied carbon and key frameworks like Ecovadis, SBTi, TCFD etc.
- Typically, 4 years of professional sustainability consulting and/or LEED project management experience, ideally with at least 3 years of experience in sustainability, energy efficiency, or related field.
- Current LEED AP accreditation required.
- Possession of valid driver license.
- Working familiarity with building science – not necessarily an engineer but must be conversant on building energy systems and technologies.
- Willingness to pursue continued education in LEED, Sustainability and Environmental aspects for project needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
erformance of the required duties will require physical ability to sit for long periods of time at a desk, generally up to 7 hours per day and occasionally standing and walking. The repetitive motion using hands with constant keyboarding and physical use of vision to read computer monitors and paper documents. Regularly required to use hands to operate standard office equipment (personal computer, photocopy machine, fax machine). Occasionally required to stoop, kneel and lift up to 15 pounds. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Range of base pay is $132,000-$146,000. Actual pay is based on individual skill level and experience.
Webcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
